Deck 2: Stress: The Constant Challenge

Question 1

A person who suppresses anger and feels hopeless has characteristics of which personality type?

A)Type A
B)Type B
C)Type C
D)Type D

Answer 1

Type C

Question 2

The personality type associated with relaxation and contemplation is

A)Type A
B)Type B
C)Type C
D)Type D

Answer 2

Type B

Question 3

The branch of the autonomic nervous system that is activated when a person is exposed to a stressor is the _______________ nervous system.

A)central
B)somatic
C)parasympathetic
D)sympathetic

Answer 3

sympathetic

Question 4

Which of the following nervous systems manages your moves as you participate in an exercise class?

A)autonomic
B)sympathetic
C)parasympathetic
D)somatic

Question 5

During the stress response,which of the following changes does NOT occur as a result of epinephrine being released?

A)Hearing and vision become more acute.
B)Air passages constrict and allow less air into the lungs.
C)The liver releases more sugar into the blood.
D)All of the choices are correct.

Question 6

Homeostasis is the

A)state of a body experiencing unmanaged stress.
B)body's condition during the fight-or-flight reaction.
C)state of the body's normal "housekeeping" functions.
D)response of the body to prolonged exposure to stressors.

Question 7

Which of the following systems are responsible for your body's physical response to stressors?

A)cardiovascular and respiratory
B)nervous and endocrine
C)digestive and lymph
D)muscular and skeletal

Question 8

The branch of the autonomic nervous system that slows down the body as it recovers from exposure to a stressor is the _______________ nervous system.

A)central
B)somatic
C)parasympathetic
D)sympathetic

Question 9

Which statement about people with hardy personalities is FALSE?

A)They view stressors as challenges.
B)They tend to perceive fewer situations as stressful.
C)They tend to believe their lives are controlled by outside factors.
D)They have a commitment to their activities.

Question 10

An example of a resilient person would be

A)a low-income student graduating from college.
B)a fit person completing a marathon.
C)an intelligent person failing an exam.
D)a person with a disability going undiagnoseD.

Question 11

All of the following are TRUE regarding the fight-or-flight reaction EXCEPT that

A)it is particularly well suited to coping with modern life.
B)it enables us to quickly escape from possible injury.
C)it prepares our bodies to engage in a physical battle.
D)it enables our bodies to perceive danger more quickly.

Question 12

The term stress refers to

A)an unpleasant situation that disrupts normal activities of daily life.
B)situations that can trigger physical and emotional reactions.
C)a physical reaction to fright.
D)a return to homeostasis.

Question 13

The sum of cognitive,behavioral,and emotional tendencies refers to one's

A)personality.
B)wellness.
C)happiness.
D)intelligence.

Question 14

The parasympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system

A)is responsible for mobilizing energy sources for use in a crisis.
B)activates the endocrine system.
C)is in control when one is frightened or angry.
D)aids in digestion and promoting growth.

Question 15

An individual with a Type C personality is characterized by

A)having a greater tolerance of others.
B)being contemplative.
C)having difficulty expressing emotions.
D)being controlling.

Question 16

Many college students find themselves in a period

A)of low stress because they are not yet fully adults.
B)during which they can manage their stress easily.
C)that is one of the most stressful of their lives.
D)during which stress has little impact on their wellness.

Question 17

The system of glands,tissues,and cells that helps control body functions by releasing hormones is the

A)central nervous system.
B)endocrine system.
C)reproductive system.
D)digestive system.

Question 18

Which one of the following is a stressor?

A)a bad grade
B)sweaty palms
C)a rapid pulse
D)high fever

Question 19

The autonomic nervous system directly controls all the following EXCEPT the

A)ability to digest food.
B)speed of your heart rate.
C)ability to write.
D)level of your blood pressure.

Question 20

Which of the following body reactions is characteristic of the stress response?

A)Pupils constrict.
B)Blood pressure increases.
C)Body temperature drops.
D)Heart rate decreases.

Question 21

Which of the following influences the way in which an individual responds to stress?

A)cultural background
B)past experiences
C)personality type
D)all of these

Question 22

About 90 percent of all headaches are

A)tension headaches.
B)migraines.
C)cluster headaches.
D)sinus headaches.

Question 23

Which of the following circumstances make normal job stresses worse?

A)being shut out of decision-making
B)having a desk job
C)having a job that requires physical activity
D)socializing with coworkers

Question 24

Acts of violence,industrial accidents,and intrusive noises are examples of

A)college stressors.
B)social stressors.
C)internal stressors.
D)environmental stressors.

Question 25

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding stress?

A)Positive events are less stressful than negative events.
B)The college years are often very stressful.
C)Changes in one's life are significant stressors.
D)Financial problems are significant stressors.

Question 26

The long-term wear and tear of the stress response has been termed

A)persistent eustress.
B)persistent distress.
C)maintenance of homeostasis.
D)the allostatic loaD.

Question 27

During the resistance stage of the general adaptation syndrome,the body

A)is in a relaxed state.
B)responds to the activation of the sympathetic nervous system.
C)readjusts to establish a new level of homeostasis.
D)can no longer react effectively to normal life situations.

Question 28

Eustress

A)is stress triggered by something pleasant.
B)is much more common than distress.
C)does not trigger the stress response.
D)is a specific type of distress.

Question 29

Which one of the following character traits is most closely associated with elevated risk of cardiovascular disease?

A)hostility
B)excitability
C)lack of purpose
D)procrastination

Question 30

Tom is very anxious about an upcoming exam.He has no appetite,is easily distracted,and has a headache.In what stage of the general adaptation syndrome is Tom?

A)alarm
B)acceleration
C)resistance
D)exhaustion

Question 31

Which of the following has been linked to unmanaged stress?

A)menstrual irregularities
B)nearsightedness
C)impacted teeth
D)glaucoma

Question 32

Which of the following are common sources of stress for most college students?

A)academics and time management
B)children and pets
C)laundry and dishes
D)involvement in political causes

Question 33

New technologies can be

A)time-savers.
B)sources of stress.
C)ways to build connections.
D)all of these.

Question 34

The majority of migraine sufferers are

A)men.
B)women.
C)teenagers.
D)elderly.

Question 35

The results of the exhaustion stage of the general adaptation syndrome may include all of the following EXCEPT

A)maintenance of homeostasis.
B)chronic illness.
C)distorted perceptions.
D)depression.

Question 36

Psychoneuroimmunology (PNI)is the study of the interaction among all the following systems EXCEPT the _______________ system.

A)nervous
B)endocrine
C)immune
D)respiratory

Question 37

Stress has been found to contribute to which of the following conditions?

A)depression
B)schizophrenia
C)autism
D)all of these

Question 38

The fight-or-flight reaction occurs during which stage of the general adaptation syndrome?

A)alarm
B)resistance
C)exhaustion
D)recovery

Question 39

Mohammed just received an F on his term paper.Which type of stress is he likely to experience?

A)eustress
B)burnout
C)distress
D)chronic stress

Question 40

General exhaustion results when

A)the fight-or-flight reaction is resolved.
B)stress-related hormones are secreted.
C)distress occurs.
D)a stressor persists over a long perioD.

Question 41

All of the following are recommended time-management strategies EXCEPT

A)setting priorities.
B)breaking down long-term goals into short-term ones.
C)avoiding unstructured time.
D)keeping track of tasks you put off.

Question 42

Peak concentrations of stress hormones in the bloodstream occur

A)just before dinner.
B)during the mid-day meal.
C)just before bedtime.
D)during the final stages of sleep.

Question 43

Julio likes to watch television to relax,but he often spends more time doing so than he intends.Now he has a big paper to write.How should he handle his television watching?

A)Limit his television break to 5-10 minutes.
B)Avoid turning on the television.
C)Watch just a few shows when he needs a break.
D)Surf the Internet for a few minutes insteaD.

Question 44

People who are experiencing stress should avoid or limit caffeine for all of the following reasons EXCEPT that caffeine

A)raises blood pressure.
B)can increase feelings of stress.
C)might cause sleeplessness.
D)acts as a sedative.

Question 45

If you are still emotionally distressed weeks after a tragic event,the most helpful strategy would be to

A)seek out media coverage of similar events.
B)stop sharing your feelings with others.
C)consider seeking professional help.
D)take a long walk to reduce your anxiety.

Question 46

Which one of the following is a cognitive technique for stress management?

A)progressive relaxation
B)yoga
C)meditation
D)thinking constructively

Question 47

Which of the following statements regarding exercise and stress is FALSE?

A)Exercise enhances one's sense of general well-being.
B)Exercise prevents the body from achieving homeostasis.
C)Exercise reduces anxiety levels.
D)Exercise expends built-up nervous energy.

Question 48

Which of the following would be the LEAST effective strategy for coping with stress?

A)denying the reality of the stress
B)exercising regularly
C)improving time-management skills
D)maintaining a social support system

Question 49

In terms of time-management strategies,which one of the following is NOT considered helpful for improving efficiency at completing tasks?

A)aiming for realistic goals
B)writing down the goals
C)memorizing the goals
D)allowing extra time to achieve goals

Question 50

Philip is attempting to deal with his stress.Which of the following would NOT be helpful?

A)thinking and acting constructively
B)modifying his expectations to achievable levels
C)trying to remember as much information as possible
D)living in the present

Question 51

Unrealistic expectations are a type of _______________ stressor.

A)interpersonal
B)internal
C)environmental
D)social

Question 52

Which of the following statements is the most helpful recommendation regarding the prioritization of tasks?

A)Prioritize according to how long a task has gone unfinished.
B)Divide tasks into three groups,and ignore the least important group.
C)Pay some attention to all tasks,even if it is only a few minutes.
D)Base priorities on how enjoyable the task is.

Question 53

Laughter does all of the following EXCEPT

A)aid digestion.
B)release endorphins.
C)ease pain.
D)increase blood pressure.

Question 54

All of the following occur in non-REM sleep EXCEPT

A)the release of growth hormone.
B)a drop in heart rate.
C)slower and more even brain waves.
D)the occurrence of dreams.

Question 55

Which one of the following is NOT a cognitive technique for stress management?

A)solving problems
B)modifying expectations
C)maintaining positivity
D)using visualization

Question 56

A person seeking to overcome procrastination should

A)avoid thinking about the tasks he or she put off.
B)do favorite tasks first to build up momentum.
C)allot as little time as possible to complete tasks.
D)divide tasks into groups that can be prioritizeD.

Question 57

Which of the following statements about sleep is TRUE?

A)Most adults need seven to nine hours of sleep every night to stay healthy.
B)The body is completely still and relaxed during REM sleep.
C)Drinking alcohol before bedtime improves a person's sleep.
D)An increase in total sleep time causes an increase in the level of stress hormones.

Question 58

Which of the following would NOT be helpful for improving productivity?

A)Focus on long-term goals only.
B)Visualize achievement of your goals.
C)Delegate responsibility.
D)Say "no" when necessary.

Question 59

Laughter may be the best medicine for stress because after a good laugh your

A)heart rate is increased.
B)muscles are relaxed.
C)blood pressure is increased.
D)brain suppresses endorphins.

Question 60

Which of the following statements regarding exercise and stress is TRUE?

A)A long walk can help increase blood pressure.
B)A brisk 10-minute walk can relax and energize you up to ten hours.
C)Three 45-minute walks per week can increase your sense of wellness.
D)People who exercise regularly have stronger physical responses to stress.

Question 61

Tai chi can be an effective stress reducer as it

A)teaches students to remain calm and centered.
B)is an excellent cardiovascular workout.
C)aids the student in working against various stressors.
D)is easily self-taught.

Question 62

Stress responses are primarily emotional reactions.

Question 63

All of these are considered counterproductive coping strategies EXCEPT

A)tobacco use.
B)drug abuse.
C)multivitamin use.
D)alcohol use.

Question 64

Progressive relaxation techniques

A)involve tensing and then relaxing the muscles in your body.
B)increase heart rate.
C)involve a lot of imagination and willpower.
D)can be quite complex and difficult to master.

Question 65

Which one of the following statements regarding visualization is FALSE?

A)Visualizing accomplishing a task can help improve performance.
B)Imagery can be an aid in changing habits.
C)Imagery can enhance physical performance.
D)Imagery is a cognitive technique designed to change thinking patterns.

Question 66

The first step in creating a personal plan for managing stress is to

A)design your plan.
B)identify your stressors.
C)seek professional help.
D)investigate support groups.

Question 67

Being promoted to a longed-for but challenging job is an example of an event likely to cause distress rather than eustress.

Question 68

The general adaptation syndrome is believed to be a universal and predictable response pattern to all stressors.

Question 69

Beth has enrolled in the most difficult course of her college career.Her friend wants to drop the class,but Beth views it as an opportunity for growth.Beth has the trait of hardiness.

Question 70

The stress response in human being is triggered by a nonspecific agent called a stressor.

Question 71

Which one of the following statements about the relaxation response is FALSE?

A)Metabolism and oxygen consumption are reduced.
B)Brain waves shift from an alert beta rhythm to a relaxed alpha rhythm.
C)Blood flow to the brain and skin is reduced.
D)It may produce an overall warmth and quiet mental alertness.

Question 72

Carey would like to use meditation to help her manage her stress.Using this technique is likely to help her

A)tune out the world,temporarily removing sources of stress.
B)rehearse upcoming events so that stress in her life will be reduced.
C)analyze the stressors in her life more effectively.
D)visualize the tasks that need to be completely in a more efficient way.

Question 73

Endorphins are body-produced chemicals that relieve pain in case of injury.

Question 74

Biofeedback helps people reduce stress by

A)removing the internal and external stressors in their lives.
B)cleaning the body of toxins.
C)increasing their muscle strength and flexibility.
D)making them more aware of their levels of physiological arousal.

Question 75

The physical responses to a stressor are remarkably consistent from person to person.

Question 76

Type B personalities tend to be schedule driven,competitive,and even hostile.

Question 77

Which one of the following statements about progressive relaxation is TRUE?

A)It is based on the use of your imagination and your skill at imagery.
B)It requires no willpower or imagination.
C)It increases oxygen consumption to the muscles.
D)It is the only relaxation technique that also provides cardiovascular benefits.

Question 78

Support groups are typically organized around particular

A)issues or problems.
B)cognitive techniques.
C)relaxation techniques.
D)ways of time management.

Question 79

Which of the following stress management techniques emphasizes the use of breathing,stretching,and balance?

A)meditation
B)hatha yoga
C)visualization
D)progressive relaxation

Question 80

The three basic types of resiliency center on how individuals respond to stress.